Douglas was the star of the day, and the split of carries makes it clear the plan was to get a look at the guys at the bottom half of the depth chart. Porzel’s total doesn’t include a 35-yard scamper called back.

Meggett and Scott both had their moments, but Ralph Friedgen wisely passed on giving them more chances to get hurt.

A fairly efficient day for Turner, who is probably glad he won’t have to face Eric Franklin in real games. Robinson wasn’t quite at his best, but he also is hindered a bit by the nature of being “down” when he’s tagged. It’s also pretty clear that if all goes according to plan, neither freshman will see a real game for a while – if not the full season.

Plenty of opportunities spread around, just as expected. Equally expected was that Cannon and Smith would capitalize on their chances as well or better than anyone. It certainly seems those two are well on their way to starting on Sept. 5, barring a collapse in the next week.